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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1921
Page
4
Tax Bill Passes House Sets Tax Changes at Glance
The new revenue bill passed the house with tax reductions designed to ease the burden on families and children, while trimming luxury taxes. It aims to lower expenses and curb waste, arguing all taxpayers share the cost as production costs rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Congress
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Maron Satirizes Puritan Censorship
A poem by Walt Maron mocks moral crusaders who scold humor and ban evils, arguing stern zealots stifle laughter and warmth. The speaker laments years of scolding while wishing for lighthearted jokes and kinder, gentler forms of cheer.
Propose banning local questionable shows in Galesburg
A Galesburg notice condemns certain cheap shows as unprofitable and undesirable. It argues they drain town funds attract few outsiders and divert loose change, urging prohibition to keep them out of downtown and away from public scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galesburg
Tinley
Chamber of Commerce Glee Club
Glee Club
Troop D battles during Des Moines girls dance at Camp Dodge
Troop D and the Des Moines girls shared a damp hot day with drills and a pavement dance. The unit rode eight miles north for maneuvers, posted guards, and mapped enemy approaches while ceremonies and entertainment lifted spirits after a long afternoon and a lively dance night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Dodge
Northlands
Troop D
Notice of August teacher examination in Iowa 1921
The regular August teachers examination will be held at the Court House on August 24 25 and 26 1921. A special examination for provisional certificates will also be held at the same time and place. Eligibility rules for regular and provisional exams are listed along with daily subjects and times. Kathryn Montgomery human County Superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Iowa
Wettest Iowa regions show up in anti saloon league notes
The anti saloon league reports the wettest parts of Iowa are in the northern and northeastern counties, with Dubuque Clayton Emmet and Winneshiek cited as thriving bootlegger areas. A drive is planned to root out illegal alcohol dispensers in those counties as the dry zones claim public approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anti-Saloon League
Iowa
Dubuque
Clayton
Emmet
Winneshiek
Green Bay
Why tolerate carnivals near Galesburg Saturday murder scene
A Galesburg Republican Register editorial questions why such carnival performances persist after a murder on the carnival grounds Saturday night. It notes no real benefits and low tone, with further discussion expected on the connection between carnivals and crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galesburg
Republican Register
Chautauqua Day Forecast and Chicken Thief Reward
Tomorrow's chautauqua depends on favorable weather and community nerves. A farmer, whose 125 chickens were stolen last week, posts a $25 reward for capture and adds 5600 if buckshot is used, warning would be thieves to rethink raids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua
Bryan Jay
Tanlac boosts Mrs Canis with 25 pound gain and renewed health
Mrs Amelia Canis of Minneapolis says Tanlac transformed her life. She details prior poor digestion and weight loss, then claims rapid improvement, better sleep, appetite, and overall health after taking Tanlac, with Washington sellers Sherman Bros and Pioneer Drug among distributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelia Canis
West Broadway
Minneapolis
Minn
Taniac
Tanlac
Washington
Sherman Bros
Pioneer Drugman Brothers
Pioneer Drug Store
Advt
Monmouth Wedding At Jamieson Home
The marriage of Miss Mary Beth Jamieson to Ross Chappell took place at noon today at the bride’s parents’ home 219 North Third street Monmouth IL. About sixty relatives and friends attended as Mrs Roy W Jamieson and Mrs Leslie Mountford sang At Dawning and O Perfect Love with Mountford's music written for the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mountford
Count of Amphibia Fish in Amboina Harbor Reported
Nearly 800 species of fish have been classified in the waters of Amboina harbor, highlighting the region's rich aquatic biodiversity and ongoing cataloging efforts by researchers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amboina
Fifth Child Noted as Healthiest in Lineup
In Dallas News excerpt a person remarks on a family, asking which child is being described and noting the fifth as the healthiest among the brood. The dialogue reflects a motherly assessment within a public commentary.
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